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Lansdowne Merrick

Lansdowne Merrick

Suburban Neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky

Fayette County 40502

$654,676 Average Value
$197 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

A compelling alternative to dense living near Lexington’s very best

Mature maple trees, residential streets with long driveways and a large park supplied with varied facilities characterize Lansdowne Merrick, a relaxed, refined neighborhood on the southeast side of central Lexington. The snug atmosphere offers a strong alternative to the metropolitan milieu but also isn’t far away from many of the traits that Lexingtonians love about the city, including compelling dining options, convenient shopping, acclaimed schools and showcases for Kentucky’s natural beauty.

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Brick-lined 20th-century homes on shaded residential lanes

Elaborate homes with traditional styling and contemporary interiors are common along Lansdowne Merrick’s cul-de-sacs. Brick-lined homes with dormer windows and Colonial Revival design touches are plentiful. Residents also live in homes with vinyl siding and bi-level floorplans typical of the area’s 1980s architecture, along with a select number of townhomes. Prices start around $250,000 and can reach up to $1.5 million or more.

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Educational experiences at Fayette County schools

The Fayette County Public Schools system serves students in the Lansdowne Merrick area. Kids attend schools such as Julius Marks Elementary School, which has a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 and earns a B grade on Niche, and Morton Middle School, which earns an A grade. Henry Clay High School offers the only Army JROTC program in the Fayette County system and a Liberal Arts Academy program for gifted and talented students. The school earns an A grade on Niche.

Henry Clay High School has a modern design.
Henry Clay High School has a modern design.
Morton Middle School earns an A grade on Niche.
Morton Middle School earns an A grade on Niche.
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Unique dining and convenient shopping options

One of Lansdowne Merrick’s premier restaurants is the Merrick Inn, a horse farm estate turned pastoral retreat for Southern-style dining and hospitality. A Kroger grocery store anchors the Chinoe Center shopping plaza on Chinoe Road. Locals can also find casual dining options in the shopping center such as Big City Pizza and El Azteca Mexican Grill. To the west of the neighborhood, locals can find a Fresh Market store alongside refined restaurants such as OBC Kitchen, Malone’s Lansdowne and The Mousetrap. Additional dining options are available 2 miles north in Chevy Chase, including Joella’s Hot Chicken, Bourbon ‘n Toulouse for Cajun and Creole fare, and Graeter’s Ice Cream. Locals are about 4 miles away from more shopping at Fayette Mall and the Summit at Fritz Farm complex.

Route for your team at The Cellar Bar & Grille or hangout on their patio.
Route for your team at The Cellar Bar & Grille or hangout on their patio.
Merrick Inn has an abundance of southern charm for Lansdowne Merrick residents.
Merrick Inn has an abundance of southern charm for Lansdowne Merrick residents.
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A slice of Kentucky’s biomes and comfy neighborhood hangouts

Lansdowne Merrick is the home of Lansdowne Merrick Park, a 34-acre park featuring facilities for basketball, baseball, tennis and more. Locals are also about 1 mile away from The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky. Run by the University of Kentucky, the park has six distinct gardens for visitors to discover, including a rose garden with more than 100 different cultivars.

The is an explosion of color at The Arboretum Botanical Gardens during the Spring.
The is an explosion of color at The Arboretum Botanical Gardens during the Spring.
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Easy travels to all things Lexington

Lansdowne Merrick connects to the rest of Lexington through the KY-4/New Circle Road beltway to the south and Tates Creek Road to the west. Locals traveling into Downtown Lexington for work and play can expect a 4-mile drive northwest. Blue Grass Airport is 10 miles northwest of the neighborhood for those traveling beyond the Lexington area. For medical emergencies, Baptist Health Lexington is 3 miles northwest from the neighborhood on Nicholasville Road. Potential residents should be aware that thoroughfares such as Tates Creek Road and New Circle Road each sustain heavy traffic during the morning and evening traffic hours. Multiple Lextran bus stops are available in the neighborhood along Tates Creek Road.

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Sports bars and cooking classes down the street

Just west of Lansdowne Merrick, locals can stop by The Cellar Bar & Grille to enjoy libations in a laid-back sports bar setting, contrasting with the neighboring members-only Signature Club of Lansdowne next door. Residents can also grab bourbon and beer at Drake’s, a bar and grill restaurant run by the owners of Lexington’s renowned Malone’s Steakhouse. Citizens interested in perfecting their culinary skills can sign up for cooking classes at La Bonne Vie, a local meal kit shop and personal chef company.

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Important information to know

The neighborhood sits 3 miles southeast of the University of Kentucky, the largest higher education institution in the Commonwealth. More than 30,000 students attend classes within UK’s undergraduate and graduate degree programs, and the university employs more than 14,000 staff and faculty members. Locals in Lansdowne Merrick are a short drive or bus ride away from many of the Kentucky Wildcats’ sports facilities, including Kroger Field for football games.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Blue Grass

21 min drive

Bus

Tates Creek & Albany Inbound

Bus

Tates Creek & 3100 & Immaual Church

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lansdowne Merrick US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$600,000
Median Single Family Price
$689,275
Median Townhouse Price
$331,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$620,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,321
Median Year Built
1982
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
5,055
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,561
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,206

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,430
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,460
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,789

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
64.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
26''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

19 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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